1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 976 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Cutlass | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3110 mm |
